How to Block and Unblock People On Facebook

Want to block somebody from seeing your Facebook profile? Or did you block somebody, then decide that you want them to be a part of your Facebook experience after all? Here’s how to block and unblock people on Facebook.

From Desktop Site

Blocking – Option 1

From the profile of the person you wish to block, select the icon with three dots next to the “Message” button, then choose “Block“.

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Blocking – Option 2

1. Login to your Facebook account.
2. Select the arrow at the upper-right portion of the screen, then choose “Settings“.
3. Choose “Blocking” on the left pane.
4. In the “Block users” area, type a “Name” or “Email“, then click “Block” to search. A list of names will appear where you can select “Block“.

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Unblocking

If you ever wish to undo a block on a friend, simply click the Unblock link next to the name to let the person see your profile again, then click Confirm on the dialog that appears afterwards.

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From Mobile Site

1. Select the Menu  icon at the upper-left portion of the screen.
2. Scroll all the way down and select “Settings“.
3. Choose “Blocking“.
4. Search for a name in the “Type a name or email” field, then select the “Block” button.

You can unblock users in the “Blocked users” section by selecting the “Unblock” button next to the person’s name.

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From iOS App

1. Choose the “Menu”  button at the lower-right side of the screen.
2. Scroll down and select “Settings & Privacy“.
3. Select “Settings“.
4. Choose “Blocking“.
5. Tap “Add to Blocked List“, then search for a name in the “Type a name or email” field, then select the “Block” button.

You can unblock users in the “Blocked users” section by selecting the “Unblock” button next to the person’s name.

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From Android App

1. Select the Menu  icon at the upper-right portion of the screen.
2. Scroll down and select “Settings & Privacy“.
3. Choose “Settings“.
4. Select “Blocking“.
5. Tap “Add to Blocked List“, then search for a name in the “Type a name or email” field, then select the “Block” button.

You can unblock friends in the “Blocked users” section by selecting the “Unblock” button next to the person’s name.